Jackson Zoning Board Approves Varied Residential Developments

In a recent meeting, the Jackson Zoning Board of Adjustment approved several applications, including residential property additions, a new single-family home, and a substantial development project for PM Construction’s corporate headquarters and maintenance garage. The approvals illustrate the board’s role in managing the township’s development, balancing residential expansion, and business growth with community concerns and zoning regulations.

At the forefront of the discussions was a notable application by PM Construction seeking use variance relief, along with preliminary and final site plan and bulk variance relief for a dual-use property. The project includes a 9,000 square foot office building and a 4,000 square foot maintenance garage. The office space is designated for PM Construction’s corporate headquarters, while the garage will serve maintenance and storage for the company’s equipment. PM Construction, a family-owned business, emphasized the development’s intent to maintain a low profile in storing construction materials and to utilize the site primarily for corporate operations, with limited impact on the surrounding area.

The application presentation included an in-depth review of the project’s site plan, addressing grading, stormwater design, portable water supply, and sanitary facilities. Notably, the stormwater management plan features innovative solutions like an infiltration sand bottom basin, an underground system, and porous pavement to adhere to water quality and quantity regulations. Additionally, the applicant proposed an above-ground diesel fuel tank with comprehensive spill prevention and containment measures.

Furthermore, the study concluded that separating car and truck traffic would benefit the site’s circulation, a point of interest for the board members. Despite the board’s numerous questions regarding vehicle maneuvering, parking facilities, and traffic impact, the overall confidence in the project’s design and compliance with regulatory standards was apparent.

Another residential application that garnered the board’s approval involved a variance for an addition to a property that had transitioned from an R1 to an R3 Zone. The applicant, represented by Heritage Builders, sought to construct a 700 square foot addition, including two bedrooms and a bathroom to accommodate a growing family. The board heard arguments about the project’s conformance with the neighborhood’s character and the precedent of similar lot relief in the area.

Additionally, the board addressed an application for a new single-family home on an undersized lot in an R3 Zone. The applicant aimed to consolidate three lots into one, totaling 1.13 acres, to construct a four-bedroom modular home, complete with a septic field and well. The board approved the application, recognizing the family’s century-long ownership of the property and the project’s general alignment with adjacent dwellings in terms of size and intensity.

Community involvement was pronounced during the meeting, with several residents expressing concerns regarding the impact of proposed construction on their neighborhood. Issues such as lot size, setback requirements, and potential privacy infringements were debated, with the board considering both the adherence to zoning regulations and the residents’ apprehensions.

In another case, a proposed housing development ignited lively discourse among community members, who highlighted discrepancies with the neighborhood’s existing ranch-style homes and voiced concerns about privacy due to the proximity of the new structure to property lines. The applicant agreed to respect the 50-foot setback and maintain a buffer of vegetation, addressing some of the privacy issues raised by neighbors.

Lastly, the board addressed an application for a house on a small lot. The discussion revolved around the hardship variance, sidewalk waiver, and road improvements, culminating in the board’s approval, citing the lack of substantial harm to the public good and the applicant’s adherence to regulatory requirements.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Mayor:
Michael Reina
Zoning Board Officials:
Lynne Bradley, Jeanine Kaunitz Fritch, Greg Stafford-Smith, Carl Book Jr, James Hurley, Robert Hudak, Shira Parnes (Acting Secretary), Moshe Heiman (Alt 1), Sheldon Hofstein (Alt 2), Jeffrey Purpuro (Zoning Officer), Dawn D’Agostino (Zoning Board Clerk), Elizabeth Ramroop (Recording Secretary), Ryan Murphy (Attorney), Evan Hill (Engineer), Ernie Peters (Traffic Engineer)

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